Beasly Kogi
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Beasley Kogi Kamau (c. 2002 – 25 June 2024) was a 22-year-old Kenyan youth protester who died during demonstrations against the Finance Bill 2024 in Nairobi's Central Business District.
Death during Protests
On **25 June 2024**, amid nationwide protests opposing the Finance Bill, Beasley was among demonstrators near the Parliament buildings in Nairobi. According to testimonial evidence and legal filings, he sustained fatal injuries—his body later showed blunt trauma to the head and chest, indicating he was struck by a solid object, not gunfire. Police reports confirm the incident occurred within the CBD protest zone.
Legal Response
In **August 2024**, Beasley’s sister, **Beatrice Muthoni**, lodged a constitutional petition (Petition E418) against former Inspector General of Police **Japheth Koome**, the current Attorney General, Nairobi regional commander **Adamson Bungei**, and others. The petition alleges:
- Use of excessive, arbitrary, and lethal force against an unarmed protester.
- Denial of Beasley’s right to life and dignity under Articles 26 and 27 of the Kenyan Constitution.
- Failure by IPOA, NPSC, and police leadership to investigate or discipline those responsible.
In a **June 2025 judgment**, the High Court affirmed that Kenya’s state was in violation of human rights principles, including obligations under the ICCPR and Banjul Charter, by failing to provide justice and redress for Beasley’s killing (E418 of 2024, KEHC 8856).
Legacy
Beasley’s death became emblematic of protest casualties in Nairobi, listed officially by IPOA among nine Gen Z demonstrators shot or injured near Parliament. His case was featured in nationwide calls for accountability, reform in crowd-control protocols, and recognition of youth victims. His sister and legal advocates continue pressing for meaningful remedies, including compensation and prosecution of responsible officers.